The Poodle Papers Official Quarterly Newsletter of The Poodle Club of America Summer 2010

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The Poodle Papers Page 2 December 11, 2010 Hub Poodle Club of Orange County as Coming Specialties part of Shoreline Dog Fanciers of Orange County Sharon Redmer P.C.A. AFFILIATE CLUB SHOWS December 17, 2010 Poodle Club of Lehigh Valley * Note this listing comes from Susan Burge TBA December 18, 2010 Orlando Poodle Club as part of Central September 2010 until December 31, 2010 approvals Florida Kennel Club TBA September11, 2010 San Diego Poodle Club LM Guerrero September 12, 2010 San Diego Poodle Club 2011 Poodle Club of America Specialty Shows to date: Connie Clapp January 7, 2011 San Bernardino/Riverside Poodle Club September 24, 2010 Quinnipiac Poodle Club (Back-to-Back Specialties) Breed Mrs. Doris Cozart AM: Fabian Arienti Obed & Rally Mary Lou McCloskey PM: Mrs. Judy Daniels October 9, 2010 Great Lakes Poodle Club of Chicago Breed Sally Vilas February 11, 2011 Poodle Club of Central Indiana as part of Obed and Rally Diane Probst the Hoosier Kennel Club October 10, 2010 William Penn Poodle Club TBA TBA March 18, 2011 Heart of America Poodle Club October 10, 2010 Great Lakes Poodle Club of Chicago Judge: TBA Breed Michael Dachel April 1, 2011. Key to the Sea Poodle Club Obed and Rally Patricia Krause Rita Biddle October 14, 2010 Greenspring Poodle Club April 2, 2011 Key to the Sea Poodle Club Breed Barbara Furbush J. Ray Johnson, Obed Ken Wagler April 7, 2011 Greater Wichita Poodle Club (Back to Back Rally Cheryl Pratt Specialties) Oct 15, 2010 Washington Poodle Club : AM Joan Scott Breed Billie Kellogg PM Dana P Cline Sweeps Dyvekke McCubbin July 7, 2011 Poodle Club Of Southern California (Back to Obed & Rally Betsey Horn-Humer Back Specialties October 22, 2010 Poodle Club of Central California AM TBA Breed Mrs. Ellen Macneill Charles PM TBA Obed Kenneth Blanchard October 23, 2010 Poodle Club of Central California Breed Ms. Patricia Laurans Obed Dr. William “Pat” Beauchamp October 29, 2010 Mission Trail Poodle Club (Back-to-Back Specialties) AM Thomas Tracy PM Mrs. Anitra Cuneo November 11, 2010 Tampa Bay Poodle Club Maria Aizcorbe November 12, 2010 Tampa Bay Poodle Club Keke Kahn November 14, 2010 Poodle Club of Alabama as part of Huntsville Kennel Club Kenneth DiLorenzo Does your Affiliate Club take pride December 9, 2010 Lone Star Poodle Club Doris Cozart in mentoring new people to the December 10, 2010 Poodle Club of Massachusetts as part of Breed? Ladies Dog Club Show Kent Delaney * Note: If your show is not listed, please contact Susan Burge, Let us mentor someone new to the the 2nd VP. at [email protected] I list only the shows that she sends me the information on. If the listing is Breed today! not complete, please contact Susan. Leslie The Poodle Papers Page 3 The Poodle Papers Official Quarterly Newsletter of The Poodle Club of America Summer 2010

2008-2010 Officers & Committees President’s Message: President:Helen Lee James 1st Vice Pres.:William Cunningham In past issues of The Poodle Papers, the President’s message has almost always been positive, 2nd Vice Pres.Susan Burge upbeat, and full of good cheer. And probably sincerely so. And while I remain positive, I am not Corres. Sec.: Kay Tripp [email protected] full of good cheer. Record. Sec.: Joyce Carelli Treasurer: Scott Olund Our present Bylaws have come about as a result of the recognition of the necessity for clear, Variety Representatives Toy:Joan Scott timely, and honest communication between the Board and the membership, and now with the Mini: Nancy Hafner availability and practicality of electronic means, we have this ability but are not using it to the Standard.: Joan McFadden benefit of our membership. Publicity: Luis Aizcorbe AKC Delegate: Mary Ellen Fishler If we refuse to follow our Bylaws as required, we must be held accountable. Show Committee Chairperson: Glenna Carlson Assistant Chairperson: Arthur Foran At this point, we have reached an impasse in regard to the publication of the April Board Meeting Performance Events minutes. Differences of opinion have occurred, and AKC expects us to work it out. It involves two Obedience Chairperson-Ann Mandlebaum Performance Events Agility Chairperson- motions passed by the Board members present, one by secret ballot Debbie West WC/WCX Working CertificateChairper - Article VI, Section 4. Board Business b). Reporting to Membership, states: The Corresponding son- Joyce Carelli Secretary shall ensure that business conducted by the Board is “made available” to members Public Education Coordinator within 30 days. Items that may be excluded from such availability are: Nancy Hafner 1). pending legal matters Judges Education 2). pending discipline matters Nancy Hafner Affiliate Club Council: 3). sensitive business matters Susan Burge 4). personal matters PCA Foundation: Exec. Director Tom Carneal I suggested to the Board that the subject of the motion voted upon by secret ballot and passed PCA Foundation: Coordinator_ Mike Wahlig could, by executive order, be deemed a personal matter, with no additional detail published. The PCA Poodle Rescue Central: second motion, passed by all Board members present, was objected to, at a later date, for whatever Sally Poindexter personal reasons, also came under dispute. [email protected]

Poodles in America: Therefore, due to a lack of response from a sufficient number of Board members, the motion to Editor:Betsey Leedy Retired approve the minutes was withdrawn, with no further action taken. However, there have been two Breeder Referral: interesting suggestions (motions) made by Board members. The first was to “omit” the two mo- Poodleclubofamerica.org tions from the minutes, and the second was that these two motions already passed now be “tabled.” Connie Green-314-997-2711 Regrettably, both motions are out of order, based upon Roberts Rules of Order Revised. PCA Home Page Lisa Wolfe [email protected] In regard to my committee appointments, there is little to report that is positive. Nonetheless, there www.poodleclubofamerica.org is always room for compromise and negotiation, and we will continue to work toward that.

PCA Information Hal Kinne My objective is to have committees made up of experienced and seasoned PCA members with [email protected] respected breed knowledge and good communication skills, members who have the ability to The Poodle Papers evaluate people as well as issues for both the present and long term, and members whose main Layout & Graphic design objectives and decisions will always be determined by what serves the best interests of our dogs. Editor: Leslie Newing Email: [email protected] One positive is an increased interest in our performance events. We are so fortunate to have a PCA Email list breed that actually thinks, and we should encourage them to do so. When we find it challenging [email protected] to reach common ground with people, it is time to appreciate our dogs even more.

Helen Lee James President, PCA The Poodle Papers Page 4

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The Poodle Papers Page 5 The Poodle Papers Official Quarterly Newsletter of The Poodle Club of America Summer 2010 What’s Where Poodle Shenanigans, by Joann Neal 6

National Specialty 8

The Rewards of Rescue, Marcy’s Story by George and Jeanie Pelzman 10

The Importance of Mentoring By Luis Aizcorbe 12

Affiliate Club News 14

DOES YOUR CLUB HOST WIN-WIN SHOWS? By Joyce Miller 19

AKC Delegates Corner 22

PCA Rescue Foundation 27

Teddy’s Story by Kathy Merlock 30

PCA Foundation News 32

In Memorium 37

PCA is not responsible for any statements or claims Poodle Papers! made by its contributors. PCA reserves the rights Deadline for the next newsletter is November 10 th. to edit all copy and make editorial comments where Please get your articles to me by that date. Anyone necessary and deemed appropriate by the editor. who has an interesting topic that they would like to PCA reserves the right to refuse items submitted for see in the newsletter, please feel free to email me at publication. Written permission must be received and [email protected] granted by PCA in order to reprint any editorial ma- terial. Contributors reserve all rights to their articles and permissions must be granted by them for reprint Leslie purposes. © 2007 Poodle Club of America Editor of The Poodle Papers

The Poodle Papers Page 6 to survey their kingdoms and blow kisses to the spectators. POODLE Anyone who has an A-frame in his backyard knows that it must be gated off so that the poodles don’t spend the day SHENANIGANS teaching themselves this glorious exercise—looking over into the neighbors’ yards. Standard poodles are the masters When my poodle friends and I are training or showing, an of this exercise, and it generally precedes the “I can fly!” oft-heard comment is, “That’s a poodle for you.” Well, leap over the contact zone on the way down. what’s a poodle for you? I’ll see if I can describe some of these poodle moments in agility. This brings me to standard poodles and contact zones. Agil- ity instructors who are familiar with border collies and other One of the maneuvers in agility that seems to be genetic with ground-hugging large breeds often start standard poodles my young minis is what I call “tunnel al fresco.” In this, the off with “running” (or trotting) contacts, only to discover dog runs around the perimeter of the tunnel (but not in it) to their chagrin that the standard poodles’ legs are uniquely and appears at the other end all charged up and ready to do constructed to leap over all yellow paint. The way standard the next obstacle. They really believe they did it! This hap- poodle feet and yellow paint repel is apparently something pens most often, but is not limited to, when the tunnel goes akin to “like” magnetic poles that push away from each oth- under a contact obstacle and they just can’t find the right er. Perhaps we can get the poodle foundation to commission hole to enter. My flamboyant mini-poo Skirt had an extreme a study to identify a genetic marker for this anomaly. Maybe variation of this that involved jumping on top of the tunnel a test breeding with a German Shepherd would help deter- and running the length of it. It’s quite a crowd-pleaser, es- mine if it is a dominant or recessive gene that is responsible. pecially with the way the tunnel moves like a slinky toy as The other poodle varieties are no slouchers when it comes she runs as hard as she can, and makes little progress. Skirt’s to popping contacts, but they’re really in the minor leagues mom Betty always thought she was above regular dogs, and when compared to standards. unless I showed her the entrance to a tunnel, she would run right into the side of it like she expected it to just part for her Another poodle specialty is the ability to use the pause table like the Red Sea. I had to spend extra time teaching her to as a mini-trampoline. To look at a pause table, one cannot find the hole. really see what properties it has that can give a poodle so much spring. But sometimes they can get even higher than Another “poodle thing” in agility is the rare ability to make a the T-sign that the judge is making while she admires the jump out of anything. Because most poodles love to run and altitude. Perhaps for PCA we could turn it into an event by jump, they make imaginative use of some of the other ob- itself, possible along the line of a slam dunk contest—a prize stacles. The barrel to the closed tunnel (chute) makes a won- for the most “air.” derful jump! Regular tunnels, too, taken sideways. Ring gating can always be substituted if another suitable jump I have always laughed about the fact that poodles notice can’t be readily found. EVERYTHING. Their intelligent and curious natures cause them to stop and examine things that other breeds just fly A few of my poodles have been fond of performing what by. There are the cone-discoverers—the poodles that run I call the “missing-man formation.” It is named after the over to the numbered cones with all the glee of a pre-school ceremony done by military aircraft at memorial services, Easter-egg hunter. Look—there’s one! Oh, another one! whereby several aircraft fly over in V-formation, and one Wow! It is always a poodles that comes to a screeching halt plane peels off into the wild blue yonder. The way this plays to examine the sand bags on the tunnels or under the pause out in agility is that I am running along with the dog at my table, or any jump wings that are cut into interesting shapes. side, usually happily secure that each jump the dog is sup- The poodle-silhouette jump wings at PCA always attract a posed to do is right in front of him—a nice row of jumps. few butt-sniffers eager to meet the new guys. My toy poo- Smooth sailing—this is the easy part of the course! Then dle once stopped on an agility course and started barking for no apparent reason the dog spies a line of jumps he likes at an advertisement on the lower arena wall which featured better going away from my path on his side, and off he goes! a photo of a woman’s face that hundreds of other dogs ran Like Robert Frost, he chooses the road less-traveled by. If right by. there had been any reason whatsoever to think the dog would be attracted that way, I would have had evasive action ready, Last but not least are the “poodle zoomies.” The more time but this is never the case. spent in a hotel room and a crate, more susceptible the poo- dle is to an attack of the zoomies. It is true that many breeds Then there is the special exercise I call the “poodle perch.” This is the apex of the A-frame, and is the place poodles go cont on page 7 The Poodle Papers Page 7 cont. from page 6 have their own variation of this affliction. But there’s noth- ing quite so hilarious as our regal and stately poodles suc- “ The weak can never forgive. cumbing to a case—tucking their hind ends and taking off like an over-inflated balloon being released. Hilarious, un- Forgiveness is the attribute of the less of course it’s your poodle, and you paid travel costs and strong. “ entry fees and drove 1,000 miles to witness it!!

I’m sure there are many poodle agility quirks I’ve missed, but you readers can start your own list. It’s those shenani- - Mohandas K. Gandhi gans that cause you to smile and say, “That’s a poodle for ya!” by Joann Neal

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The Poodle Papers Page 8 National Specialty

From Glenna: Last year we found our theme – PCA – IT’S MAGIC rather late in the year. Yes, 8 months until we gather in Salisbury, MD to celebrate PCA’s National Specialty Show, Veteran Sweepstakes, Obe- Let start now thinking of a theme – if you have an idea – dience Trial & Rally Trial, TD/TDX Test, Master, Senior and send it to me or to Art Foran so we can make plans earlier Junior Hunter Trials and WC/WCX With the amount of ac- for 2011. tivity going on here, it seems the show is just weeks away. Enjoy the rest of the summer – hugs to each of you and your Art Foran has been working endlessly as we have had to Poodles. choose a different host hotel for 2011. This has been accom- plished and I am just waiting for the contract to arrive. We did enjoy the Hampton Inn and Suites in 2010, but our focus Glenna Carlson must be on the best financial arrangement for our spectators National Show Chairman and exhibitors.

Live Streaming Video was a success in 2010 – we are work- ing with our video photographer to make it even better in PCA 2011: Notes from Arthur 2011 HOST HOTEL CHANGE: Although we thoroughly enjoyed PCA dates are: the Hampton Inn & Suites in Fruitland last year, Glenna and I both thought we should be as cost conscious as possible Friday, April 22, 2011 TD/TDX this coming year for the benefit of our members and all other Saturday, April 23, 2011 – Hunt Tests show attendees. Sunday, April 24, 2011 – WC/WCX Monday, April 25, 2911 – Agility Our Host Hotel for 2011 will be the Hampton Inn (not Tuesday, April 26, 2011 – Obedience and Rally Suites), which is located off Route 13 North of Salisbury. Wednesday – Friday, April 27-29, 2011 – Conformation The room rate will be $98 per night, plus tax, with no dog Judging fee. It is located in the restaurant and hotel district about 5 miles from the Civic Center. Judges are: RESERVATIONS: This coming year, everyone should make Toys – Michael Nilsson their reservations directly with each hotel. Please make all Miniatures - Debra Cozart reservations for our host by calling them in Salisbury. (410) Standards – Jane Forsyth 334-3080. All Other Hotel telephone numbers are listed be- Inter-Variety – Randy Garren low: Junior Showmanship – Helen Lee James Veterans Sweepstakes – position not filled at this time Our host features an attached mini conference center, which should be perfect for the Wednesday night Purina Party, PCA PCA has new members who are moving into areas of respon- board meetings, and perhaps the PCA Rescue Foundation sibility – our Club really needs these new workers. Clay fundraiser, which is currently scheduled for Tuesday night. Williams is taking over Judges Hospitality with Cathy Cate- lain helping him in the position of Assistant. Joanne and In addition, we have made arrangements for PCA guests, Bob Steele are returning to work with trophies. We have and their Poodles, to be welcome at two new establishments. several workers who are not members of the Club but who Both are small Historic B&Bs, located about 30 minutes really pitched in last year to help make our show a huge suc- from the Civic Center. If you are inclined to stay away from cess. So, yes, please, may we hear from other new members big hotels, traffic, and downtown, these might be interesting who have a bit of time to donate to our Club, alternatives for you to consider.

cont on page 9 The Poodle Papers cont. from page 8 Page 9 The White Haven Hotel has about 8 rooms, is right on the Obedience/Rally News from Ann Wicomico River, and can provide boat rides for an additional fee, up to a local winery. For more information go to: Greetings! I hope you and your Poodles are all hav- www.WHITEHAVENHOTEL.com The PCA nightly room ing a wonderful summer! We have had so many hot, rate this year will be $89. humid days when mine are content to just lie flat-out in front of a fan except in the early morning when they The River House has about 8 cottages of varying sizes, is race around our lawn chasing balls and splashing in the Poodle friendly, and is located on the Pocomoke River in Weekeepeemee. Luckily, we have a variety of air con- Snow Hill Maryland. For more information please go to: www.RIVERHOUSEINN.com PCA nightly room rates start ditioned training centers to do some training and com- at $125, cottage depending. peting in.

OTHER HOTELS: Our judging panel for the PCA National Specialty in April is set: Carolyn Wray and Ken Nagler will share Country Inn & Suites (410) 742-2688 the Obedience assignment and Betsy Baird will judge Microtel (410) 742-2626 all our Rally classes. We plan to offer the same classes as last year – all AKC titling and non-regular Obedi- ence classes except International and all titling Rally Holiday Inn Downtown (410) 546-4400 classes plus Novice Pairs. Holiday Inn Express Delmar (410) 896-9633

America’s Best Value (410) 742-7194 Start training and plan to enter early and often! Courtyard by Marriott (410) 742-4405 Ann Mandelbaum, Obedience/Rally Chair Best Western (410) 546-1300 Comfort Inn (410) 543-4666

Hampton Inn & Suites (410) 548-1282 Note from Debbie! Sleep Inn (410) 572-5516 Hi all you Poodle lovers, especially the Agility nuts, Residence Inn (410) 543-0033 Hyatt Golf Resort (410) 901-1234 This weekend was the first time since spring that the weather was cooperative enough to play with our agil- STREAMING VIDEO: In response to popular demand, ity equipment in the backyard. What a hot and dry Streaming Video services will be expanded this coming year summer. Hope you’re all surviving. to include Monday’s Agility Trial. But more importantly, Richard Lehman has agreed to coordinate all Streaming We are hard at work on plans for next year’s trial al- Video services for 2011 and he currently plans to be with us ready. The FAST class will remain in our schedule and in Salisbury to make sure things run smoothly. In addition, we are hopefully close on a judge. Not all judges are we are looking for volunteer narrators to cover the agility trial, so anyone interested, please let Debbie West, Richard, available on Monday’s, go figure, how could a mere or me know, and we can see where your talents and experi- job be more important than OUR NATIONAL. ence might best be applied. Here in the Northeast our hopefully lovely outdoor Trial season is rapidly approaching. I wish you all fun and clean runs. “ It isn’t where you come from, it’s Debbie and the curlygirls where you’re going that counts.”

- Ella Fitzgerald

The Poodle Papers Page 10 and lots of soap, water, determination, medication, and love The Rewards of Rescue brought the group through the initial “in-take”. It took many Marcy’s Story days for the indescribable odor to go away!

September 15, 2007 Generically named “Mama Dog”, for she was a good mama to the three little ones, her recovery was much slower than The call came in that our “order arrived” and we (a) did not theirs. She was frightened, sick, injured, extremely protec- remember placing an order; (b) once we found out it was an- tive of her babies, and very needy! other rescue, we went into overwhelm as we were very busy with the one we picked up about a year before; (c) could Within 6-7 weeks the pups were strong enough to be rescued hardly listen to the most pathetic story! and begin their new lives. Mama Dog, however, required several additional months. During that time she became at- In the rain, under a semi-truck in tached to her savior, Mama Madeline, staying close to her as Bakersfield, a 3-4 year old black she went about her daily routine. Toy Poodle was found with 3 newborn pups! Initially taken When finally healed and “ready to go” – about four months to Kern County Animal Shelter, later - placement was attempted, but the family returned this very protective mama dog bit Mama Dog the next day saying she was not walking on her anyone who came within reach. left rear leg. Aware that she was perfect when placed, Rescue Battered, wet, a sight beyond be- eagerly accepted their girl, found that she had a left knee in- lief, an attempt was made to get jury – which was denied by the family – and decided to hold them settled until Poodle Rescue on to her until an appropriate placement could be found. of Southern California could – if they would – send someone to Though the phone call came as an unexpected surprise, I was pick up the 4 amazing survivors able to politely say, “I really don’t think we can take another who either needed to be saved or dog at this time, but I will be sure and tell my husband that put out of their misery. you called”. Giving a sigh of relief that I had been strong enough not to commit, I called my husband at work and told They reached Dr. Brad and Madeline Patterson – Angels of him of the call. His response was that we really should go Mercy – where the job began to uncover the real findings, and take a look. After all, when we married several years save this dear family without choking from the stench or get- prior we each had two dogs – a total of four – and all had ting chewed in the process! Heavy gloves for safety, sturdy died within four years (ages 15-17). At the time of loss of shears to clear the matted, bloody, dirty pelt of the mama, our last Toy Poodle we had, indeed, called Poodle Rescue and requested a Toy Poodle, brown, silver, or black – DEFINITELY not white and ended up rescuing our precious Maltese Mason! So began our new family, and it was time to take Mason and meet Mama Dog.

The adventure was amusing. Mason had, within his first year, gone through Basic Obedience Class, Be- ginning Rally, and was just starting introduction to Agility. Being serious Senior Citizens with grand and great grandchildren living around the country, we took our new parenting roles seriously. Being responsible pet owners has always been an ex- tremely important commitment to us. Mason loves all people, but became attached to Mom. There- fore, when we were placed in the playroom with Mama Dog and the two dogs did the initial meet, sniff, and greet, it was no surprise that she went right to Dad and Velcroed herself to him. She was tiny, cute, very nervous, but happy as a clam tucked cont. on page 11 The Poodle Papers Page 11 cont. from page 10 became very stressed at shows just visiting, but over time in Dad’s arm. Mason and I liked her, Dad had his new baby, started to relax. As I write, the tears in my eyes come from and Mama Dog had her Forever Home. the joy of watching them compete in their first CPE event in agility where they not only Qualified, but Marcy won We had been told that the name she was given need not be Second in the class! Everyone was cheering as they proudly permanent, so Dad decided that Marcy sounded good with Mason – and Marcy it was! Home we went to give our Little Girl the start of a new life.

We had been told she would need knee surgery that Dr. Brad would do, and decided to wait 6 weeks so she could adjust to home and us before going through the procedure. It went well , and she r e c o v e r e d beautifully!

She adjust- ed to home right away; learned that Dad went to work daily at 6:15 a.m. and returned around 3:00 p.m. so her afternoon post became and still is - the front door.

We spent weekends at our home in Palm Desert where Mar- cy learned to sunbathe on the patio like a princess.

Dad took her to Basic Obedience Class and she did very came out of the ring. well. The day after graduation, Dad became bedridden for 6 months prior to having back surgery. Marcy never left his Who would have though just a few years ago that lives could side except to eat and go change so dramatically? As a newly wed couple in our mid potty. seventies who enjoyed swimming and running having four geriatric canines, our lives now revolve around our 3 M’s We had planned for Dad (Mason, Marcy, and Michael). Yes, we do have a third pup, to take Marcy to Rally one of Madeline’s white Toys. We are busy with classes, Class after Obedience, competitions, and caring for our precious kids. Each one so while he was on of our pups is different; have different strengths and weak- “sick leave” I took her nesses like all children, but they are loved beyond belief! to class, began to show her, and got her Rally On a daily basis, we are grateful for our connection with Novice Title just after Poodle Rescue of Southern California for giving us the little his successful surgery. gifts of life to share (M & M). She, also, got her Canine Good Citizen Award the We truly feel we are reaping the Rewards of Rescue each day same month. We were as a natural part of our lives and look forward to each new all delighted. adventure we take together.

Since then they began by George and Jeanie Pelzman Agility, with Dad han- dling her again. She The Poodle Papers Page 12

was held in conjunction with a Seminar and a Hands On. The Importance of Mentoring We arrived the second day for the bitch classes and stayed

through Best of Breed judging the third day. I did a lot of By Luis Aizcorbe ringside judging and was extremely proud of myself when I picked the first and second places in every single class. The reserve would have been my easy winner and to this day While mentoring prospective poodle judges I am convinced the judge missed that one, an opinion that at the 2009 Poodle Club of America National, I overheard was reinforced by the breeder-owner of both bitches. Then, one of the ladies being mentored make a comment to one I picked the Best of Breed and Best of Opposite, which I of her peers that caught my attention. One of the dog Stan- thought were standouts from a specials class of over 80, ad- dard Poodle classes, Bred by Exhibitor if memory serves me judicated by a different judge. Believe me, they are much right, had just been won by a dog in puppy trim handled easier to sort out than Poodles; but then most breeds are. by a well known handler from Texas. Regardless of his oth- But my purpose here is not to convince you that I would be er virtues and faults, this dog’s carriage; the way he com- a great Irish Setter judge, but instead to illustrate the impor- manded the ring with his regal presence and easy way of tance of learning about the finer points of a breed through the traveling, exemplified the references to elegance found in mentoring process. the first paragraph of the Breed Standard which describes the ideal Poodle with words such as: “elegant appearing”, After the bitch classes were judged, we attended a Seminar “moving soundly and carrying himself proudly”, “has an air and then the Hands On. During the Hands On, my decisions of distinction and dignity peculiar to himself.” Whether the were not as easy. A few of the ones I went over had little in- actual word elegant or elegance was used or others convey- cisors with flat endings that looked like they had been sawn ing a similar feeling, those that wrote our breed standard left off. During the seminar, the presenters had stressed the issue little doubt in our minds that carriage identifies this breed. that when judging Irish Setters, the dictum “form follows Without elegance, a Poodle can’t be a superior representa- function” had to be kept at the forefront of the judge’s mind. tive. Without high head (and tail) carriage, a Poodle can’t be I wondered how some of these specimens with the weird lit- elegant. tle teeth were going to fulfill their functions as sporting dogs. Not without hesitation, I decided to ignore my concerns about The comment that caught my ear was that she would have the teeth and placed the dogs based on their other merits and never been able to put the dog up because of his upright lack thereof. The following day, during the judging of the carriage. I immediately addressed the lady, perhaps more Specials Class, I picked the brain of the many breeders who abruptly than I should have, by telling her that if she were to had mentored us the day before. Without exception, they as- knock down a dog due to his greatest virtue, she would be sured me that the teeth I was concerned about, I believe the doing a disservice to his owner and handler, to the breed, and breeders call them cut teeth, have no particular significance to herself as a judge. After elaborating further by bringing and are not to be penalized. up out some of the arguments made in the paragraph above, the point made its mark; or so I thought at the time, maybe I have decided not to subject myself to the rules required by allowing a ray of optimism to lighten my judgment. Regard- AKC for the approval of additional breeds and never applied less, I did my best to share a bit of knowledge about our for any, including Irish Setters, in many years. In the hypo- breed without which this lady would probably start (or had thetical case, however, that I would have judged this breed, started) her judging experience in the Poodle ring reward- had I not had mentors available to answer my questions about ing specimens with carriage typical of herding breeds, which the teeth issue, I wonder how it would have affected my provided the substance of her background in the breeding judging decisions. All breeds have their nuances, particular and judging of dogs. Granted, the nature of the comment characteristics not readily noticeable to the casual observer, made by the prospective Poodle judge can surely be con- nor at times even to those with a discerning eye. Although sidered as extremely rare if we are to have any faith in the there are several methods through which aspiring judges can qualifications of our present corps of judges. Mentoring is be educated, such as seminars, ringside observation, articles particularly helpful to aspiring judges in learning the nu- in books and magazines and others; none is more valuable ances of the breeds they plan to apply for. than mentoring from knowledgeable, responsible breeders with a tract record for producing and recognizing quality in Two years ago, the Irish Setter National was held within driv- a breed and willing to share their expertise and to answer ing distance and my wife and I decided to attend. This is a questions on a one to one basis or within small groups. breed which I had always admired and felt I had an excellent grasp of before attending their National, which by the way cont. on page 13 The Poodle Papers Page 13 cont.from page 12 bers bring dogs for the Student Judges to judge. This is lim- The Poodle Club of America offers a wonderful mentoring ited to 16 student judges for the Toy Group and 16 student program during the National Specialty, where prospective judges for the Non Sporting Group and the same for each Poodle judges have a front row seat from which they can of the other five Groups. The seminar is held inside in Air enjoy watching the best Poodles in the country and several Conditioning in college class rooms all Poodles in the two of the best from abroad, while being mentored by some of groups in one large class room together, however the after- the most knowledgeable personalities in the breed. The com- noon judging is outside under tenting just like a real dog mon, and sometimes varied perspectives provided by the dif- show. With the three varieties of Poodles in different rings, ferent mentors offer a unique opportunity to develop a bal- this always takes longer than any other breed with all the anced viewpoint about our breed and to aid the future judges grooming that is done for judges to learn about POODLES. in establishing their own mental picture of the ideal Poodle. Seminars are in the morning and judging dogs in the after- noon.. We all skipped LUNCH! NO time to spare before in the rings! Each handler has an arm band just like the real dog shows. All are evaluated and each student judge writes down the Notes from Nancy Hafner breed terminology (as they are not allowed to use the word “cute” as this is not in the breed standard.) and the reasons Judges Education has been a very busy committee since our why they placed each dog first, second , third and fourth and National in April. why they didn’t place others in those classes. Then this dog goes to 1st and so forth , “WE” ask questions to their reasons The AKC Non Sporting Institute in Houston Texas in JUL and then ask those who bring the dogs ask them to give their was given by Gina Wieser and myself with twenty judges in insite view as to IF they missed anything or they have any attendance. suggestions or advise for our new student judges. ITS very We had the six Toy Poodles, three Miniature Poodles and important to make sure not only the presenters give advise, four Standard Poodles for all to go over and place with them but also our breeders, handlers and exhibitors who will be giving the reasons for their placements. Then those who entering under these new Poodle judges and they should also brought dog in for the judges they gave their views as breed- have a point of view to help them understand things that are ers, handlers and owners of these Poodles. Wish to thank important to them.. They are the ones who make the entries. each and everyone for helping make this Judges Education Our Seminar was well received and we were told this was so well received by all. (we ran over time with having a the topic of conversation for the rest of the day. good number in each variety for them to examine.) We had several who were approved for Poodles to attend as they We packed up just like any other dog show and drove as far wanted to learn more about our breed. as we could, found a motel that would take dogs on the inter- state got the dogs in and fed. Then looked for a place open In mid August Scott Wolfe and I drove to Indiana Pa for the for dinner it was now 10:30 PM and the Waffle House was American Dog Show Judges Institute and took dogs with us IT! Up early next morning and drove the rest of the way for both the Seminar and the afternoon judging in the ring. home .. This was about 1,600 miles round trip for the four The Ohio Kennel Club’s support this venue and their mem- days... Feel it was worth helping others learn about POO- DLES. LETS hope some good new judges come from these two institutes and our National.

Dates for the National 2011 MIGHT I also state that it is every MEMBER, BREEDER, Owner, Handler’s position to help others learn about OUR BREED “THE POODLE”... ALL THREE VARIETIES.... Friday - Tracking April 22 ALL COLORS, YOU ARE THE TEACHER, MENTOR Sat. & Sun. April 23 & 24 WC/WCX AND THE ONE WHO CAN HELP OTHERS LEARN Monday April 25 Agility ABOUT POODLES... Tuesday April 26 Obedience

Wed. April 27 Dog Judging Nancy Hafner, Coordinator Thurs. April 28 Bitch Judging Judges Education Friday April 29 Best of Breed The Poodle Papers Page 14 Affiliate Club News

and/or poodle rescue. Additionally, in 2008, PCA amended To Affiliate Clubs: its by-laws to follow the AKC’s guidelines and state, that an We all know the famous McDonald’s maxim, “location, loca- Affiliate club membership “shall terminate forthwith in the tion, location.” My personal motto as your affiliate council event such affiliate club member shall fail for more than two chair, is “communication, communication, communication.” years to conduct an AKC sanctioned or licensed event.” A Both through the Poodle Papers and in emails to your clubs’ good example in this situation could be an all breed agility corresponding secretaries, I hope to keep you fully abreast event. Poodle Club of America recognizes performance and of all happenings and going-ons with the Poodle Club of companion dog events are just as important to maintaining America that affect affiliate clubs. I am always available by our breed as conformation events. Any event or activity that email or phone for any affiliate club matter that needs my allows the public to see poodles and poodle breeders/lov- attention. ers doing positive activities is educational and should be en- couraged. Firstly, I must thank all of you for your speedy responses to my requests to verify and correct the contact information There is an important concern that an affiliate club does not for your affiliate clubs. Ninety-five percent of you replied allow itself to lose its identity. All affiliate clubs are encour- and I assume the other five percent’s information was- al aged to at minimum hold a sanctioned puppy match each ready correct. The Affiliate Club Directory is now totally year. At present it may seem unrealistic for some affiliate updated and available to everyone on the Affiliate Club page clubs to offer a free standing specialty, but in this situation of the Poodle Club of America website (www.poodleclubo- an affiliate club is encouraged to use a local all-breed club’s famerica.org). When your first go to the website click on classes as their specialty. At the very least, support an entry “About PCA” from there you will find the “Affiliate Club” at a local kennel club. While this is not the same as holding link. This is the same page where you can find the specialty or sponsoring a specialty, it is an opportunity for the public approval forms that you send to me. The secret is to keep to see both your club and recognize it as a resource for ac- scrolling down. Additionally, as a thank you, I am also send- curate information about poodles. ing the Directory directly to your clubs via email. I would also like to address the requirements for having I would also like to take this opportunity to ask that each your specialty approved by PCA. As you know, this is one club update and maintain its online information. On the PCA of my primary resposibilities and I take it very seriously. I website there is a link to “Find a Poodle”. I was hopeful can always be contacted on-line at [email protected] which that I could use the information you sent in to me to make is my preferred email, but I can also be reached via www. changes on this page. Unfortunately, due to the system the [email protected] too. My home address is: 6581 web site is based upon I cannot do this. As a result, I am Thorntree Drive, Brecksville, OH 44141-1769. My phone asking that each club designate a member (hopefully not the is yet another option (440-526-2382), and I have had some Corresponding Secretaries, who are busy enough!) to be re- lovely conversations with individuals throughout the coun- sponsible to go to that link, edit the information, and using try regarding this very topic. I particularly enjoyed Dorothy the form available on the right side of the screen, make any Cangson sharing the fact she can see a bald eagle’s nest from appropriate changes and mail the corrected form to the web her home. site administrator. When you click on here the form pops up ready to be emailed to the administrator. This particular Along with your application, I need each affiliate club to page is the means for the general public to find us in their send a copy of its current membership, with officers. An- local areas and it is critical that we update this information other way to address this issue is when you hold your elec- regularly. tions and the secretary puts the new information together for your club; send me a copy by email or regular mail. Doing In these difficult times an important question is what are the this relieves the show chairperson of at least one more thing minimum requirements to maintain status as an affiliate club that they have to locate to send in with the application. It of PCA? As much as I hate the word minimum, this topic also means that I can update the Affiliate Club Directory on is too important not to address. At present to maintain sta- a continuing, regular basis. tus as an affiliate club, the policy book of PCA stipulates that dues must be paid by March 1st and encourages affiliate cont. on page 15 clubs to participate in public service, educational programs, The Poodle Papers Page 15 cont. from page 14 Furthermore, if you have sent in your Bylaws to either Hel- en Lee James or me and they have not changed, you do not Western Reserve Poodle Club, Inc. need to send a new copy each year. As long as our copy is On August 4, 2010, the WRPC celebrated its 50th Anniver- the most current for your affiliate club, we do not need a new sary Show. The weather was hot and humid as only a day at copy. an August fairground in Ohio can be but more importantly the majors held in all varieties. As with all clubs, we are Finally, I would like to encourage all affiliate clubs to become continually trying to find mechanisms to generate funds to involved in the [email protected]. I support club activities. For the second year, our Treasurer, know this particular website has had some difficulties in the Kathy Bencin produced a Breeders and Advertisers Direc- past, but hopefully those issues are behind us. It is now open tory. Kathy was aided in collecting ads by Barbara Ack- for new members to join. Originally it was suggested that erman and other club members, but the work of producing only presidents and corresponding secretaries join for their the directory, including all the advertisement setups and ne- individual clubs. However, I would suggest that not only gotiations with the printer, was done by Kathy. This book these members, but possibly also a member who is “web literally makes the difference between our specialty making wise” as an additional member or alternative. a profit or not. There are many hours of work involved in Susan Burge the preparation of this publication and many miles traveled 2nd Vice President to meet with people to pick up ads. Besides that, the hours Affiliate Club Council of preparation to put this publication together came to ap- Poodle Club of America proximately 106 hours. Even though it seems like a lot of work we found it to be well worth it. Our total profit from 2009 was over $1100 and for 2010 it will be over $1700. New Poodle Judges The 56 page document looks like a catalog but it does not list the dogs entered in the show. Instead it has advertising Mrs. Jerelyn Artwell-Paul- Chicago, IL and interesting and educational articles. For our 50th An- Mrs Chris Levy- Salem, OR niversary she decided that it would be appropriate to print Mr. George Milutinovich - Fresno, CA our original Articles of Incorporation with the State of Ohio along with recognition of as many of the founding members Ms. Rita Biddle- Eagle, MI that we could identify. Not only does it serve as an advertis- Mr. Bill Lee- Aurora, CO ing venue for our specialty but also as an educational pub- Mrs. Nancy Liebes- Richmond, TX lication that can be used all year to give out to prospective members and puppy purchasers.

Westminster Kennel Club If anyone is interested in having a copy please feel free to email me at: msstb@aol and the WRPC would be more than willing to share it with you free of charge. If anyone has Judges for 2011 questions about the undertaking of the task, Kathy would be glad to offer suggestions and advise to clubs. She can be contacted at [email protected]. All Poodles- Dennis McCoy Susan Burge President Non Sporting Group- Mr. W. Everett Western Reserve Poodle Club Dean, Jr.

Toy Group- Mr. Frank Sabella

Best in Show- Paolo Dondina

The Poodle Papers Page 16 Come join us in Connecticut for the changing of the seasons.

Quinnipiac Poodle Club Specialty Sept. 24th in Hamden, CT. Breed Judge- Doris Cozart Obedience & Rally Judge- Marilou McClosky

All judging indoors with electrical! Overnite Parking permitted.

Followed by Oxridge All Bred Dog Show - Sept. 25, along the waterside, in Shelton, Ct! FMI: Poodles Judged by- Dr Robert Smith (QPC Supported Entry) Contact Debbie West 203- Northwestern All Breed Dog Show- Sept. 26th, in the hills of Litchfield, CT Poodles Judged by Dorothy B Taylor email: [email protected] Come see the beautiful Fall foliage for yourself! Join us in Connecticut for a 3 day celebration of color!

Balloting Results for 2012 Judges

Certified Public Accountant, Kretina Cook Wright, has certified the results of our voting. There were 190 ballots counted, which represents 57.75% of the total mailed to members and Affiliate Clubs. The top vote getters in each variety and intervariety are:

Toy: Janice Pardue, Doris Cozart, Daniel Agustus Miniature: Maria J. Aizcorbe, Edd Bivin, Barbara Furbush Standard: Dennis McCoy, James Reynolds, Eugene Blake Intervariety: Doris Cozart, Frank Sabella, Johnny Shoemaker

Thanks to everyone who took the time and effort to vote!

D. Kay Tripp, Corresponding Secretary [email protected]

The Poodle Papers Page 17 Message from Kay: Tampa Bay Poodle Club Wow! I got so many responses for updates to the mem- bership roster; thanks so much! A revised version has November 11 and 12 in Brooksville, FL been uploaded to the Members Only section of our web (Outdoors) in addition to two site. I said revised version, not latest version, because All Breed Shows. I’ve gotten some changes since it was put on the site. Judges: We plan to change the information on the web four times a year. (Thank you, Lisa Wolfe, for all the work you do KeKe Kahn and Maria J. Aizcorbe to make the sight so useful.) Please let me know if the information given for you is correct….there’s an update form on the site or just email me at [email protected]. I always enjoy hearing from you! Thanks!

Kay Poodle Club of Central California, Inc. invites you to

Back to Back Specialties - in the middle of new ‘Harvest Moon’ Cluster Mark Your Calenders!!! Thursday, October 21: Skyline Dog Fanciers of San Mateo County William Penn Poodle Club Poodle Judge: Randy Garren - Groups: Dennis McCoy, Toy; Espen Engh, Non Sporting Announces its Fall Specialty Show Sunday Oct 10, 2010 Friday, October 22, 2010 - P.C.C.C. Specialty: Conformation Judge: Ellen M. Charles; **********Best Friend Pet Care********* Obedience Judge: Kenneth Blanchard 1150 Easton Rd, Willow Grove, Pa 19095 Skyline Dog Fanciers same day; see infodog.com for other breed judges (just off the Willow Grove exit for the PA TPK Follow Easton Rd South for .3 mile just past the Saturday, October 23, 2010 - P.C.C.C. Specialty; Conformation Judge: Patricia W. Laurans railroad bridge) OB Judge: Dr. William T. ‘Pat’ Beauchamp OVERNIGHT PARKING AVAILABLE Sunday, October 24: Del Valle Dog Club of Livermore Breed Judge………………TBA Poodles: Virginia Lyne - Groups: Peggy Hauck, Toy; Rich- Match Judge………….William Miller ard Beauchamp, Non Sporting Lunch is available Meet the breed and dog show tours Monday, October 25: Del Valle Dog Club of Livermore Poodles: Age Gjetnes - Groups: Virginia Lyne, Toy; Peggy AUCTION Hauck, Non Sporting

Show Superintendent: MB-F, Inc [www.infodog.com] Bring your puppies and young show dogs out for Entries Close: Wednesday, October 6, 2010 a Match, held after the point show ends!! Entry $7.00******* Prizes!!!! Questions: Bonnie Prato, Event Chair, [email protected] or 510-653-8883

The Poodle Papers Page 18 Greetings to all Toy Poodle owners, working with this family to see if they are willing to drive to I am the Toy Representative on the Board of Directors visit you, and those questions IF they have had a POODLE of Poodle Club of America for the next two year term so before and know about the high maintenance of Grooming wanted to introduce myself to those of you who do not know and care of the dog. me. I am a long time toy breeder, started in 1963, have fin- Look forward in being your Variety Representative and IF ished over sixty toy champions and had a great time doing you have any questions or concerns please contact me. The it, some with professional handlers and quite a few myself, best way is email at [email protected]. also have been involved over the years with several other toy breeds. Or give me a call 256-381-5744 At this point in my life I still breed, show and have added judging to the list. YOU MUST HELP ME so I CAN HELP YOU in guiding So If you have any questions that you think I can help prospect buyers in looking for a SALE of Poodle Puppy! you with you are welcome to e-mail “[email protected] SEND ME YOUR PUPPY INFORMATION..... or call, my number it is in the membership booklet. I hope that all of you have a great POODLE year in what- Travel safe in the heat with your dogs! ever venue you choose. These days there are so many different aspects of our Nancy Hafner,Board sport and you have a breed that is quite good in all of them YOUR Miniature Representative so enjoy the moment!! Sincerely,

Joan P. Scott CHIC DNA Repository

Instructions for Updating Health History of dogs with DNA samples banked in the CHIC DNA Repository. To all Miniature Poodle Breeders & Owners CHIC is currently in the process of developing an on- We are trying to set up a new way for the Breeder Referral line web-based application to allow owners to record to be able to send those wanting healthy active puppies into any significant changes in the health history of their good Pet HOMES for our Good Breeders. dogs that have DNA samples banked. Until this appli- At this time I have been working the five state area for The Poodle Club of Alabama, Inc., however, I use others cation is implemented, please email us with any sig- as in this area we do NOT have that many breeders of any nificant health updates. Please include your name and variety and I want our Breeder to get the good puppy sales contact information in the body of the email, as well as rather than those who work a web site, do no testing, and what changes have been noted. We are primarily look- sell at 6 weeks and promise the new folks the sky for them ing for new disease diagnosis, as an example, a dog that to only find out there is NO PIE in the sky that they have had developed cancer, PRA, or been diagnosed with hip purchased! dysplasia would all be updates that should be incorpo- rated into the dog’s record. This being said, I need your help in advising ME of your puppies you might have for sale at all times. IT then will be your responsibility to screen these folk IF they are truly Emails should be sent to: [email protected]. worthy of one of your PUPS. The email will be sent to you directly. IF you are a member or one of the Affiliate Club members For upcoming OFA health Clinics please advise me so I have someone to suggest that they go to: contact that does have puppies for sale or might be breed- ing a litter. http://www.offa.org/clinics.html

At this time I have a person looking for a Brown or Red Miniature Poodle for a pet in the Minnesota area. I am The Poodle Papers Page 19

DOES YOUR CLUB HOST WIN- As President of the Enchanted Poodle Club, Inc., in Albu- WIN SHOWS? querque, New Mexico, Frances Lavender-Fish has seen sim- ilar success with this format. She says her club “sponsored By Joyce Miller back-to-back shows in May. We had Dr. and Mrs. Robert Smith as judges. The entries doubled with two shows. In ad- These difficult economic times have forced business people dition, we held our annual CGC test and held a raffle. We to maximize their profits and scrutinize their expenses. To shared Dr. and Mrs. Smith with two all-breed kennel clubs. survive, they are challenged to explore new revenue streams In this way, the judge expenses could be shared. This made a and to increase their customer base. To make things really five-day show for exhibitors and six shows for Poodles.” tricky, these adaptations must be accomplished while still providing a perceived value to their clientele, with no sacri- She also has an excellent idea to promote this win-win for- fice of customer service. mat: “We would like PCA to recognize the back-to- back shows by offering a medallion at each show. Our club would Likewise, dog clubs--especially specialty clubs--are simi- be willing to pay for the second medallion.” (Speaking for larly tested along with their exhibitors, who are squeezed POTC, we would, too.) by the higher costs now associated with showing. Many dog clubs have adopted a win-win formula that makes their The Poodle Club of Southern California, the oldest affiliate shows profitable while at the same time giving their exhibi- club of PCA, has held two breed shows on the same day for tors more bang for their buck. three years now and will continue to do so, as long as the format remains so profitable. Their shows are held on Thurs- For instance, the Poodle Obedience Training Club of Greater day, hooked up with all-breed shows on Friday, Saturday, New York this year held same-day morning and afternoon and Sunday. Show Chair Johnny Shoemaker points out other obedience and rally trials. We had two obedience judges who benefits from the standpoint of the club members: “We have flipped assignments for the second show; one judge took very few workers in the club, and this would take them away care of both rally trials. As trial secretary for those shows, I from their jobs and homes only one day. It was more conve- assure you that POTC would have ended up in the red if we nient for the club members and would get all of the shows stayed with our usual one show. The expenses for the second out of the way for the year, to put it bluntly...We do get more trial were greatly reduced, since the club did not have to pay workers than we used to get. They get to spend more time additional fees for the judges and facility along with extra with their fellow club members and friends.” printing and mailing costs of catalogs and premiums. Ex- hibitors stretched their show dollar with the bonus afternoon Johnny mentions the “convenience of having to haul the tro- trial. Win-win. phies and other things to the show at one time...We also only have to bring raffle prizes once. We made $700 on our raffle Some Poodle clubs have found their win-win format by alone.” Handling that many items in one show instead of combining their breed show with a cluster. Caroline Hair of two is quite appealing indeed! Expenses are further reduced the Central Carolina Poodle Club reports that CCPC “had a since the club “only has the costs of one lunch and judges two show back-to-back specialty for several years. The place dinner.” Another plus for the exhibitors: “dogs only have to wasn’t expensive, and we liked doing it ‘our way,’ but finan- be groomed once to any degree.” cially, it just didn’t work. In 2008, we joined a specialty day of a three-day all-breed cluster. Along with a growing num- As for the judges’ reaction to this same-day double-show ber of specialties, we hold ours on Thursday, along with a format, Johnny thinks “most judges like it. I as a judge do... Poodles-only obedience and rally trial. Because the all-breed More clubs should try it as from what I can see most clubs clubs have to pay for that day anyway, the specialties aren’t that have tried it have positive things to say about it.” charged for the building and, as part of the cluster, MB-F gives us a better rate for superintending. There were kinks This format works north of the border as well. Kathryn Al- to work out, but overall, this is working well for us. While brecht of Poodle Club of Canada says, “I ran the specialties entries have fluctuated, in 2009, we actually made a small piggy-backing with an all-breed show. The all-breed club profit for the first time in years. We believe entries will -im provides the ring, obedience equipment, and the facility. I prove as we now have judges lined up two or more years in provide the workers, decorations, and sometimes use their advance and also have input into what judges the all-breed show secretary or provide my own, depending on club sec- clubs assign to Poodles the rest of the weekend. It also helps retary and their costs and wanting to do an additional show. that the site is excellent--large, clean, and with excellent RV What this does is a win-win for both clubs. I save money on parking.” cont. on page 20 The Poodle Papers Page 20 cont. from page 19 the club’s success than in the past. Besides, a good raffle is a facility rental and make a more attractive venue for those that popular feature to offer exhibitors. may come from a distance. Why come for two minutes in the ring when you can come to a venue and have 5 chances at While no one competes for trophies, no one wants to take points for your entries? Also it will boost the all-breeds entry home a chintzy prize that screams cheap or worse, indiffer- in the breed of the specialty. This last specialty we had an ence. The topic of trophies has already been noted, but it entry of 70, very nice for Canada. Some are saying the best bears repeating that careful shopping will result in memora- ever, if not in a long time, but it also boosted the all-breed ble trophies that honor the accomplishments without break- entry of a usual 12 Standards to 20.” Kathryn went on to re- ing the bank. mark that the entries for the other varieties were increased as well. The club also ran a Poodles-only obedience and rally POTC’s Trial Chair Diane Stout also wore the Trophy Chair trial, with the opportunity to stay for all-breed performance. hat in April. The club has an enviable list of trophy fund donors, thanks to previous Chair Barbara Rooney. Diane not These days, clubs need to be willing to adapt. Looking for only sent out the obligatory letter asking for donations but more entries, Watchung Mountain Poodle Club opened its also included a self-addressed envelope; the response was obedience match to all breeds this August, a clever move greater than in previous years. She lives close to the QVC since WMPC holds their events at Top Dog Obedience warehouse and was able to supersize the trophy budget there. School, one of the most active dog training facilities in New A true shopper with an eye for value, Diane already bought Jersey, if not the region. (AKC National Obedience Champ the two HIT trophies for the 2011 trials, snagging some great Petra Ford trains at Top Dog.) bargains when a local pet store went out of business.

Show committees must continually seek ways how they can Two of the largest items on any show budget also involve increase revenue and trim expenses. No one exemplifies the two of the largest decisions the club must make: the choice focus on the bottom line better than Karen Korab of Great of judges and of venue. Just as successful business people Lakes Poodle Club of Chicago. “What we discovered,” she know their clientele, the clubs must choose based on their says, “is that we have to be careful and plan ahead.” The budget as well as their knowledge of the expectations and club buys the trophies early and on sale. Their checklist also priorities of their exhibitors. While it is important to have a includes finding breed judges who judge for free or very rea- judge who fits certain financial constraints, entries will not sonably and who live near a large or hub airport. The perfor- be supported if that judge is deemed unpopular. Exhibitors mance judges are “local. Performance judges are usually not vote with their dollar, and that has been an expensive lesson Poodle people and can cost lots more than the breed judge. to learn for POTC, undoubtedly along with other clubs. With two shows back-to-back, we have to provide two breed judge hotel rooms unless you hire judges who are married What is important about venues to exhibitors? Grooming to each other. The local all-breed club waives Poodle entries space, parking fees, parking and facilities for RVs, ring sur- and puts our judges on their judging panel so we can split face, location, indoor air-conditioning, preference for either expenses.” indoor or outdoor rings, amount of accessible crating areas, security, prevention of overcrowding, measures to keep dogs Karen elaborates further: “We buy all supplies during the safe and comfortable, convenient unloading areas, shady out- Labor Day sales. We save and store raffle supplies, and we door areas and parking lots, onsite bathing areas, availability borrow rally equipment. The obedience equipment comes of nearby dog-friendly lodgings that don’t charge extra fees with the building rental. We added rally, and the entries off- to bring dogs--all these are some considerations that must be set the additional judge fee and ‘usually’ turn a profit. These addressed by the show committee. items allow us to break even and then, if the raffle makes a profit, then the show makes a profit.” The raffles they run are It is crucial to know one’s exhibitors and their limits when among the highlights of the show year. The secret? “We start discussing entry fees and refund policy. If a club decides to collecting raffle items the week after our shows. We have raise its entry fees, will the extra revenue more than cover learned to contact the manufacturers of items in addition to a drop in entries? Are there price breaks for dogs entered in the vendors. It costs the manufacturer pennies to give a good multiple events and/or classes such as Veterans, BBE, Pup- donation. It costs a vendor serious money. Finally, find an py, and Junior Showmanship? Are there any circumstances extrovert to be Raffle Chair.” in which a refund is given?

The importance of lucrative raffles cannot be overstated. Also, how accommodating can the club be, especially when POTC’s exceptional raffle this year run by Treasurer Chris sorting out a scheduling conflict for those with multiple en- Emerizy and Karen Moylan played a more significant role in cont. on page 21 The Poodle Papers Page 21 cont. from page 20 tries, and helping exhibitors set up and pack up, perhaps with POODLE GRAND the aid of a local Boy Scout troop? CHAMPIONS OF RECORD Is the club hospitable to its exhibitors? Are complaints dealt (AS OF AUGUST 4TH) with diplomatically? What little touches does the club offer? POTC exhibitors are greeted with complimentary coffee and STANDARDS doughnuts in the morning before the show begins. “Q Bis- GCH Ch. Dawin Spitfire cuits” can be found in a bowl on the trial secretary’s table. GCH Ch. Jaset’s Satisfaction Dogs that qualify get one biscuit; dogs that don’t Q get two. GCH Ch. Kaylen’s By Invitation Only Another sizable expense is the hiring of a show superinten- GCH Ch. Hanna’s Dar Inge Fair Sun dent. In the BC (Before Computers) era, POTC members GCH Ch. Janeva Absolute Ursula Roper and Linda Howard handled these duties them- GCH Ch. Kaylen’s In A Perfect World selves, a daunting task to be sure. Now computer software GCH Ch. Pendragon Masariella exists to make self-superintending a show a more viable GCH Ch. Bar None Good To Go option as well as a cost-effective one. PCA member Linda GCH Ch. Swag’s Electric Slide Miller recommends Carolyn Johnson’s Lab Tested Databas- GCH Ch. Brighton Lakeridge Encore es (www.labtesteddatabases.com), saying that the program GCH Ch. Jovet Second 2 None does everything “from soup to nuts,” including printing out GCH Ch. Unique Jewel of the Crown armbands. Wilmington Kennel Club, the all-breed club in

Delaware to which Linda belongs, has relied on this soft- MINIATURES ware for years with little problem. GCH Ch. Rio Blue Sky Forever As for new revenue streams, Robin Stansell of AKC’s Event GCH Ch. Poof’s Devilicious Plans offers these suggestions: “One often overlooked source GCH Ch. Splash Di Caprio of income is the spectators. Shows and trials are frequently GCH Ch. Alegria Independent Declaration not publicized and therefore do not attract spectators. Free GCH Ch. Amity Mystical Horizon’s Heaven Sent publicity (i.e., public service announcements, early morning GCH Ch. Durandel Fashionista or lunch-time TV talk shows, Friday newspaper ‘Weekend Events’ sections) can provide 1,000 spectators in nearly any TOYS mid-sized town. A $2.00 entry fee and no related expenses GCH Ch. Smash Jp Moon Walk can be profitable with only an additional staff of ‘gate keep- GCH Ch. Excell Belle of the Ball ers’ to collect at the gates. Additional opportunities include selling food items, raffles, and even a booth from a dog-re- GCH Ch. Tropical’s Charm My Heart lated vendor.” All of these dogs will receive invitations to the AKC/Euca- Only a handful of people have been quoted in this article, but nuba National Championship. The Poodle Club of America make no mistake. A successful show depends on the com- will be supporting the entry at the all breeds before and the bined efforts of all its club members. I myself am grateful to Invitational. work with POTC President Linda Howard and Diane Stout, both experienced show veterans and both earning multiple Mary Ellen Fishler titles on their dogs, including OTCHs, and for Linda, breed championships. And it certainly is helpful that Diane is an “ Wise men talk because they have some- AKC Rally Judge! thing to say; fools, because they have to As Kathy Albrecht puts it so succinctly, “The hard work of say something.” the club volunteers and the donations to the trophy fund by Poodle enthusiasts are what make a specialty work. They - Plato would not happen at all without this help.”

The Poodle Papers Page 22 A.K.C. Delegates Corner

DELEGATE’S REPORT Ultimately, the real issue is not about the finances of the American Kennel Club, it is about the future of the Ameri- This meeting was held in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 6th and can Kennel Club. What effort as members of the Poodle 7th, 2010. The Parent Club Commttee meeting was held Club of America are we willing to expend to insure the con- Sunday. The first topic, and probably the most important tinuation of the American Kennel Club and the sport of pure issue, is the impact of decreasing registrations. It is becom- bred dogs. ing imperative in this present day and age to decide what we in the fancy are willing to do to insure continuation of our The rest of the committee meeting pertained to the up and sport. coming Parent Club Conference being held in Raleigh, North Carolina at the end of August. Both Kay Tripp and It is reality to assume that the sport of dogs, as we know it, I will be attending. In the next newsletter we will report on will under go some dramatic changes if these registration all the information provided. There was a report given on declines are not addressed. Under 40% of puppies are cur- the Code of Ethics Project. Information was received from rently being registered at the A.K.C. What are we willing 94 parent clubs. For instance, it was noted that 71 clubs sign to do to build up registrations and insure the continuation of codes of ethics at the time of application, 15 yearly,and 6 to the American Kennel Club? If it is not worth the effort, what be listed on breeder referral. The entire report will be avail- is the counter view. Think about the financial conditions of able at the conference. Also, the A.K.C. Gazette changes the U.K.C. and the C.K.C. Poor planning has rendered then were discussed. The Events Calendar changed format from financially crippled. monthly to every other month and will cover four months instead of three months. These challenging times at the A.K.C. have been met with every effort at investigating and implementing the reduction The Delegates Meeting on June 7th began with a presentation of expenses. But the sad truth is, “A.K.C.’s financial condi- by Michael Liosis, Director of Club Relations and Lisa Pe- tion has been devastating, and the loss of market share has terson, Director Club Communications, on “Club Services”. diminished our leverage with sponsors, legislators, and the After the meeting was called to order and the initial business media; to say nothing about dog owners in general.” Unless was conducted, Ron Meneker gave a Chairman’s Report. there is a turn around the issue will become not expense re- There are new A.K.C. titles for conformation, companion duction but services provided reduction. and performance. The conformation and performance titles will appeal to the long time exhibitor while the companion Think about the many efforts by the A.K.C. to support us title will bring along the novice handler and inexperienced in the fancy and our pursuit of the pure bred dog. Just to dog. Last month companion added the Grand Champion name a few: A.K.C. Humane Fund, A.K.C. Political Action title. He announced that all dogs that complete their Grand Committee, A.K.C. Health Foundation, and the Legislative Champion titlewill receive an invitation to the AKC/Euca- efforts across the country. Also, the funding of events to nuba National Championship. Companion events starting educate the public such as Meet the Breeds in New York, this summer, will offer a new Beginner Novice obedience and at the Eucanuba Championship, not to mention so many title and, in the performance area, Earthdog competitors others. now have the opportunity to earn a new title “the Endurance Earthdog”. He also reported Parent Clubs have a variety In another effort to counteract the public’s view and encour- of breed specific sports and events. The Board recently ap- age the active participation of the fancy to make sure all pup- proved a program to allow the recording of parent club per- pies are getting registered, there will be a project referred formance event titles if the A.K.C. does not provide a test for to as “Breeder of Merit”. This project will recognize “this these breeds specific skills. puppy is produced by an A.K.C. Breeder of Merit” registra- tion form. This pilot program is just now being designed Then the President, Dennis Sprung, gave a report. The and when all the information is available I will pass it on, so Board approved a fee for Conformation Judges, excluding that we as members of the Poodle Club of America can par- Delegates, and those approved for junior showmanship. Af- ticipate. In the mean time if you have any questions regard- ing the eventual requirements, please contact David Roberts. cont. on page 23 ([email protected]) The Poodle Papers Page 23 cont. from page 22 From AKC Press Center: ter listening to the many concerns regarding the topic, the American Kennel Club News Article Board and staff decided to withdraw this structure and per- form a more co-operative structure with the input of all the More Than 1,000 Dogs and Cats Set to Take various groups concerned and formulate a fee structure that Over NYC at This Year’s Second Annual Meet is fair and reasonable. the Breeds

He reminded us that change is not easy. “There is a natural resistance to the unknown; change can be painful, scary and Date of Article: July 22, 2010 challenging. Together, as a community, and as friends, we can embrace change. We can collectively take a long view, World’s Largest Gathering of Cats & Dogs for the benefit of the future of the American Kennel Club.” to be Held October 16-17, 2010 at the Javits Center

With change in mind, I have learned that the Realignment Attention all pet lovers, it will be raining cats and dogs Committee has been reinstated and restructured. I believe once again this October when the American Kennel Club® they had their first meeting this month. But I am sure to hear (AKC) and the Cat Fanciers’ Association® (CFA) return to more about it at the September Delegates Meeting. the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City on October 16th & 17th to host this year’s second annual Meet There was one vote taken and passed on Chapter 14, of Field the Breeds.™ Trial and Standard Procedure for Pointing Breeds - Rules for Pointing Breeds Field Trials, which would add verbiage Sponsored by PetPartners, Inc. a leading pet healthcare pro- establishing minimum standards for National Championship vider, Meet the Breeds is the world’s largest showcase of events. Six other amendments were read and will be voted cats and dogs and offers pet lovers a unique opportunity to on in September. One of which is the proposal to eliminate play with some of the country’s rarest dog and cat breeds Board term limits. I understand this has been a repeated ef- while educating themselves about responsible pet ownership fort back and forth. and choosing the right pet for their lifestyle.

After new business and Delegates discussing various topics “Meet the Breeds is an entertaining way for friends and the meeting was adjourned. families to enjoy quality time together while learning how to become responsible pet owners,” said Meet the Breeds In closing I would like to leave you with some thoughts Spokesperson and AKC Assistant Vice President Gina Di- from the American Kennel Club which were flyers they sent Nardo. Giant Mastiffs in a Medieval castle, Siamese cats out. CAN YOU IMAGINE A WORLD WITHOUT DOGS? depicting a scene from Lady and the Tramp, Norwegian Elk- Think legislation doesn’t affect you? Think again. Today hounds on a Viking ship, and Russian Blue cats set in an your rights as a dog owner and breeder are threatened by un- Imperial Palace are just some of the more than 200 dog and just limit laws, breed specific bills, and breeding restrictions. cat booths that were at last year’s event.” A.K.C. works for responsible dog ownership and responsible legislation. Each year they monitor more than 850 state and “We are pleased to join forces with the AKC again this year national bills to protect the rights of dogs and their owners. to co-present Meet the Breeds,” said CFA Director of Mar- For more information visit www.akc.org/canine_legislation keting & Public Relations Roeann Fulkerson. “This event or contact [email protected]. is a great opportunity for animal lovers all over the tri-state area to play with cats and dogs they had never seen before Think it can’t happen? Think again. If we spay and neuter while learning more about the pets that share our lives.” all dogs and ban all breeding where will it lead? Read the fine print when contributing to your pet causes. You may be Tickets are on sale now at www.meetthebreeds.com. Each supporting an animal rights group that equates domestic pets ticket will offer access to: to exploitation, which threatens your right to own a dog. Re- member, We’re more than champion dogs, we’re the dog’s More than 200 dog and cat breed booths individually deco- champion.” rated that allow doggie devotees and feline fans to interact with dogs, cats, puppies and kittens and learn about their his- Mary Ellen Fishler, Delegate tory and unique attributes directly from the experts.

cont. on page 24 The Poodle Papers Page 24 Working Poodle

For more information:

“If you are interested in learning more about Tracking or how to get started in Tracking, contact Carol Pernicka at tracker@lpbroad- band.net”

“The rules and guidelines for participating in the WC WCX can be found on the PCA website. If you are interested in learning more about the WC WCX or starting ba- sic retriever training, please contact Joyce Carelli at [email protected] or Linda Miller at [email protected]”

THANKS EVERYONE.

Claudia *photo by Jon Carelli [email protected]

cont. from page 23 Top experts in every pet-related field including breeding, training, grooming, nutrition and first aid. Get to know some of the cat and dog specialists who will be available to answer your questions and help you identify the best breed for you. More than 100 vendors selling unique dog and cat items so you can spoil your favorite Fido or Fluffy. Every imaginable canine and feline product will be available.

Demonstration rings allow attendees to watch dogs and cats race against the clock in the fast-paced sport of Agility, see dogs show off their Rally, Flyball, and Frisbee skills, observe simulated hunting tests and view law enforcement K9s in action. Games and giveaways at vendor booths including free samples and a wii pet agility game for kids, among other activities. Last year’s event hosted a few “boldface names” including fashion designer Michael Kors and famed columnist Cindy Ad- ams who brought along her dogs Jazzy and Juicy to greet the huge crowds at the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America booth. Whoopi Goldberg, co-host of “The View” and Mario Lopez, host of “Extra” also attended to tape segments for their respec- tive programs. from: http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=4162

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The Poodle Papers Page 26 The latest PIA is out! The Reference Book you have been waiting for !

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The Poodle Papers Page 27 P.C.A. Rescue

PCARF very much wants to build a closer relationship with An Open Letter to all PCA Affiliate PCA and the Affiliate Clubs. We are here to help. We make Club Members and Officers no judgments. Our focus is always on the dogs. PCARF does not and will not ever make public any of our dealings with a rescue situation. That is our policy and our promise. From Cindy Crawley, President, PCA Rescue Foundation To break trust with people and dogs in need, is to jeopardize our mission – to save each and every poodle that we can. We Dear Friends: want the trust and respect of breeders in the PCA commu- nity. We are here to help. We want to help. We do not judge Poodle Club of America Rescue Foundation was estab- and we do not condemn. lished as an independent entity in 2006, with Sally Poin- dexter appointed as its first President. For the past four PCARF does not call animal control, not ever. That is not years, Sally has worked tirelessly on behalf of all varieties our job. Our job is helping the dogs. When animal control is of our beloved breed in need. We all who love Poodles owe called and dogs are seized, PCARF has no say on what will her a tremendous debt of gratitude. happen to those dogs. The disposition of the dogs becomes the job of animal control and what happens to seized dogs is As part of an effort to successfully obtain a grant for PCARF purely the discretion of animal control. Some animal control from the Pedigree Foundation, a survey was done of all Af- officers and shelters will work with breed rescue and some filiate Clubs in 2009, asking how many Poodles their Club will not. We prefer to help a breeder before a call to animal rescued in 2008. A nearly 100% response informed PCARF control becomes necessary. We are here for anyone and ev- that the Affiliate Clubs were responsible for the rescue of eryone who asks for our help. more than 700 dogs. Although not used to obtain the Pedi- gree grant, the numbers of Poodles rescued by the many In an effort to better serve our community, PCARF is ask- independent (non-Affiliate Club) groups exceeded 2400 for ing that all Affiliate Clubs complete and return the following the same period. When added together, that means that in brief survey. This will also be sent to each Club President 2008, over 3000 Poodles were rescued under the leadership by email and can be completed and returned that way or this and guidance of Sally Poindexter and PCARF. page can be copied and FAXed back to us – 410.339.5337 PCARF is the “home base” for all Poodle rescue in the US. We are here to help Affiliate Clubs if you need assistance with funding for an adoptable dog with a treatable problem, or if you need help with adoption forms or if you have a question about the rescue and adoption process. Similarly, “ The trouble with the world is that the PCARF assists the many independent rescue organizations. stupid are so confident while the intelli- PCARF does not take in dogs itself, but oversees the many gent are full of doubt. “ Affiliate Clubs and independents. PCARF is a Foundation in the true sense of the word. We raise money to be there to - Bertrand Russell help when help is needed.

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The Poodle Club of America Rescue Foundation, Inc. held a board meeting on August 10th, 2010 to approve the new Board of Directors. The new board was approved and is as follows:

Cindy Crawley, President

Clay Williams, Vice President

Peggy McDill, Secretary

Sally Poindexter, Treasurer

Anne Stokes, Board Member

Maris Doege, Board Member

Jane Carroll, Board Member

Mary Olund, Board Member

Leslie Newing, Board Member

Respectfully submitted,

Sally Poindexter President, Poodle Club of America Rescue Foundation, Inc.

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AFFILIATE CLUB SURVEY

Does your Club do Rescue? Yes ____ No _____

Please briefly describe your Club’s Rescue policy (for example – this Club does not do Rescue, we match-make, we take dogs from shelters, we take owner-surrendered dogs, etc.)

If your Club does not do Rescue, why not? What problems do you have with doing Rescue or what keeps your Club from doing Rescue?

How many dogs does your Club handle in Rescue each year? ______

How many Club members participate in Rescue? ______

How many Club members foster dogs? ______

Does your Club understand the purpose of PCA Rescue Foundation? Yes ______No ______If no, please elaborate.

How can PCA Rescue help your Club?

Please return this survey back to us by either:

Email: [email protected] or snail mailed to:

Cindy Crawley: 910 Rolandvue Road Ruxton, MD 21204 or it can be FAXed – 410.339.5337

The Poodle Papers Page 30 release animals until they are spayed or neutered. This little From: The Enchanted Poodle Club guy was on the neuter list for Wednesday July 6th. I arranged for my vet to take him and put him in isolation during his first treatments. My vet did not want the dog neutered which Teddy’s Story would further lower the puppy’s immune system. My only hope was to get a medical exemption by the clinic Director It was 7pm just before the July 4th holiday. I had just got- approved by the Shelter Director. These are not given very ten home and was hurriedly preparing dinner for my hungry often. Again I prayed, called and pleaded my case. The ex- Poodles when the phone rang. The woman on the other end emption was given and I picked up “Teddy” the next morn- of the line was upset and talking fast. She lived in Southern ing and took him directly to the Veterinary Clinic. These New Mexico and had her daughter’s almost 4 month old Stan- events occurred during a 24 hour period. I visited Teddy dard Poodle puppy who’s barking during the day prompted daily during his stay at the clinic. From the time I picked her landlord to threaten eviction. This dog was purchased him up at Animal Care to bringing him to his foster home, by the caller’s daughter who could not handle the demands the boy has displayed a happy, friendly demeanor. He has of a puppy. The owner was not interested in solutions, only spent most of his young life in a kennel situation but has in getting rid of the puppy that she had for only 3 weeks. I not lost his sunny disposition. He is eager to learn, explore asked about the breeder and was told that the breeder taking and live his Poodle life. He is currently in foster care while the dog back was not an option. As an aside she mentioned finishing his treatments. Whoever we choose to adopt Teddy that the puppy had mange but had been treated. I told her that will have a treasure. I would make arrangements. She said that she was coming to Albuquerque on Saturday and would call me back. In her Kathy Merlock rush of words I had not gotten her phone number or name. The Enchanted Poodle Club Saturday came and went. No phone call. I could have kicked New Mexico myself for not getting her number but there was nothing that I could do at that point except pray for a safe haven for this little boy. On Tuesday July 5th at 9:30am I got a phone call that would For a list continue the chain of events that had begun several days be- fore with the call from the woman in Southern New Mexico. The woman on the other end of the call was an independent rescuer. She had seen a Standard puppy listed on the Albu- querque Animal Welfare website and had sent a friend to put a hold on the puppy. She wanted to let the Enchanted Poo- of up coming dle Club rescue know about the puppy and see if we would take the boy. I knew immediately where this boy had come from and shared the story with the woman. I then called the breeder to let her know what was happening with the puppy she had recently shipped to New Mexico. The breeder told CERF Clinics me that the puppy’s litter-mates had been diagnosed with sarcoptic mange. She had shipped the puppy to New Mexico prior to the diagnosis. The breeder had notified the owner. The owner’s “ treatment” was an over the counter shampoo from a local pharmacy. The breeder had offered to replace the puppy with a “healthy” puppy. With mange, this puppy go to never would have gotten a clean bill of health to make the plane trip back to the breeder, even if the owner was inter- ested in that option which she was not. The breeder was not willing to pay for any treatment. I don’t think the owner was even interested in that possibility. At this point rescue was http://www.vmdb.org/upcomingCERFclinics.html the only hope for this puppy. My task was to find a place for him to stay during Veterinary treatment. Not an easy task as mange is highly contagious to other dogs. The other chal- lenge was with Albuquerque Animal Welfare. They do not

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THE TALE OF A FORGOTTEN WEIGHT CIRCLE

Yes, it is true ... many forget me ... as I quietly adorn the side panel

of the Nestle Purina Dry Formula package!

Oh, so patient am I ... waiting for someone to cut me from the bag

and send me to their Pro Club account!

... TODAY? ... MAYBE TOMORROW? … but no,

I only hear the ‘CRUMPLE’ and THUMP of my bag being tossed into the trash can … or put into a dark container ... never to see the light of day!

Why me? .. I give such GREAT rewards .. Just a little respect is all I need!

My dream is to be sent on vacation aboard the Purina Cruiser,

direct to the warm shores of a Pro Club account ….

I will be nurtured and handled with care and my points will give

to my Pro Club member some exciting rewards ...

plus the opportunity to help the National Breed Club, of their choice, (PPCP) to receive the Purina donation of 10% of the weight circle value that you send to your Pro Club account ... donation is strictly from Purina!

HOW IMPORTANT IS THIS? HERE ARE SOME FACTS TO THINK ABOUT ….

1/1/2005-1/1/2007 1/1/2005-12/2009

# Poodle owners enrolled in PPCP 232 164 Declare for PCA now

# Pro Club members redeeming 385 383 Redeem your circles

Total Overall PPCP members 1901 2350 +123% THE PCA WILL BENEFIT FROM YOUR PRO CLUB ACTIVITY ... Open an acct. and be a partner with Purina by sending in your wt. circles and keeping your Pro Club acct. active ... also be sure to choose the PCA as the Natl. Breed Club to receive the donation from Purina!

The Poodle Papers Page 32 P.C.A. Foundation News

During the 2nd quarter of 2010 (Apr.1-June 30, Poodles Needed for Melanoma 2010) OptiGen tested 15 Dwarf Poodles, 99 Minia- ture Poodles, 5 Moyen Poodles and 97 Toy Poodles Study for PRA. The breakdown is as follows: The Canine Hereditary Cancer Consortium (CHCC) needs our help! CHCC researchers are seeking Poodles for a study to sort out genetic changes contributing to melanoma, a can- Total Dwarf Poodles tested - 15 cer of the skin’s pigment-producing cells. Melanoma is Normal - 9 common in dogs as well as humans, and malignant melano- Carrier - 6 mas often prove deadly. Affected - 0 Certain dog breeds are prone to specific melanoma types, Total Moyen Poodles (Klein) tested - 5 such as the toe cancer seen in black Standard Poodles, sug- Normal - 4 gesting a genetic predisposition that the CHCC researchers Carrier - 1 are trying to sort out. Ultimately they hope to identify DNA Affected - 0 variants contributing to hereditary risk for melanoma types, translate their discoveries into DNA tests to guide breeding decisions and reduce melanoma incidence, and develop in- Total Miniature Poodles tested - 99 novative new approaches to treating both canine and human Normal - 68 patients. Carrier - 28 Affected - 3 To sort out melanoma genomics, the researchers need sam- ples from at least 25 dogs of each breed being studied, but Total Toy Poodles tested - 97 so far they have only a few samples from Poodles. The Normal - 57 CHCC will provide sample collection kits and pay for ship- Carrier - 39 ping. Requested samples include whole blood (5 mls in an Affected - 1 EDTA “purple top” tube) and/or fresh tumor samples. Dogs that have already had melanomas removed are eligible for Countries testing this period include ....Argentina, Bel- this study, as are dogs in remission after anti-tumor vaccine therapy. gium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Russia, Slovenia, For more information on the study, collection kits and ship- Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, UK & USA. ping, please contact Dr. Roe Froman at the Van Andel Re- search Institute (office: 616-234-5569, cell: 616-914-0934, If you have any questions, please feel free to email or [email protected]). me. The CHCC is an unprecedented alliance of scientists, vet- Sincerely, erinarians and physicians working to unravel the genetic Becky Iddings changes underlying cancer in dogs and humans alike. It in- Administrative Support Associate cludes the TGen and Van Andel Research Institutes in part- nership with the National Cancer Institute, the University of Pennsylvania, Michigan State University and dog breeders ******************************************* OptiGen, LLC and veterinarians across the country. Cornell Business & Technology Park 767 Warren Road, Suite 300 Pat Forsyth Ithaca, NY 14850 [email protected] phone: 607-257-0301 fax: 607-257-0353 email: [email protected] web: www.optigen.com The Poodle Papers Page 33 Sebaceous Adenitis Study American Kennel Club News Article AKC Announces Lifetime Achievement Award The Foundation is happy to report the SA study is under- way. Because of the lack of samples from affected dogs, Finalists the study has begun by looking at normal Standard Poodles. Dr. Pedersen reports that they will have completed a genetic Date of Article: July 16, 2010 diversity study of normal Standard Poodles by the end of summer. At that point they hope to be able to look into some The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) is pleased to an- of the abnormal dogs. As of this writing, they report having nounce the nominees for the annual Lifetime Achievement samples from 8 affected Standards. Far more samples from Awards. Finalists are based on nominations by member affected dogs are needed but they and we are pleased that, as clubs. A winner from the three finalists in each category— the word gets out, people with affected dogs are responding. Conformation, Companion Events, and Performance—will Hopefully more and more will respond as the word spreads. be voted on by member clubs, with voting ending on Sep- tember 13, 2010. There will be a special awards presenta- Dr. Pedersen has said it would be preferable for people, tion held in conjunction with the AKC/Eukanuba National who believe they have an affected dog to communicate with Championship in Long Beach, California in December him first before having a biopsy taken. Some owners have 2010. thought that a vet pathologist can tell if their dog has SA, or will get SA, by biopsying normal skin. If the coat is normal, The Lifetime Achievement Awards were established by or if the biopsy is taken for a normal area of skin, it will the American Kennel Club in 1998 to honor and celebrate show no pathology. Dr. Pedersen can be reached at (http:// those whose years of hard work and dedication have sig- www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAH/). nificantly impacted the world of purebred dog sports on a national level. For those who’d like more information about this study and to get a downloadable form and shipping instructions, This year’s nominees are: please go to Health Research under the Health section on PCA’s website. There you will find a direct link to UC Da- Conformation vis’ SA study – merely click on the words UC Davis Center for Companion Animal Health, which is in the paragraph on Jean Fournier of Calhoun, Georgia won the Siberian Husky Sebaceous Adenitis Research at the top of the page. Club of America’s coveted Working/Showing Trophy in 1973. She has judged over 75 national and local specialty Samples from affected Standards are still very much needed shows, and currently serves on the board of the American before we can get really moving with this study. Please en- Dog Show Judges Association. courage anyone you know who has an SA affected Standard Walter F. Goodman of Miami, Florida is a breeder-owner- to participate. As stated before, UC Davis will do the pa- handler of Skye Terriers. He has finished 35 champions, ac- thology work gratis if it hasn’t been confirmed that a Poodle quiring 99 Best in Shows, among other achievements. He thought to have SA, does have SA. Additionally, Dr Ped- has served on the AKC Board of Directors since 1988, and ersen continues to say - if individuals cannot afford to have is a director of the AKC Museum of the Dog. blood drawn or their vets won’t do this for their SA affected Keke Kahn of Sarasota, Florida is a breeder-owner-handler dogs at no or little cost, he can and will arrange to have a of Lhasa Apsos. She has bred 58 AKC champions, includ- special saliva kit sent to them. ing six all-breed Best in Show dogs and many group win- ners. She achieved her goal of becoming an all-breed judge A special thank you to those of you who are participating. in 1997. We need and appreciate your help. Companion Events

James Ham of Harrison Township, Michigan has trained Janet D Collins for the PCA Health Foundation and exhibited Dalmatians, Smooth Fox Terriers, and now has Border Terriers. His very first Dalmatian became the first Am/Can CH, Am/Can UDT. In addition to Obedience and Tracking, he also exhibits in breed, agility, and rally. He began judging 26 years ago, and has judged in 49 out of the 50 states. Shirley Indelicato of Acton, California is a breeder, confor- cont on page 35 The Poodle Papers Page 34

The Poodle Papers Legg-Calve-PerthesPage & 35Patella Luxcation Study

The Foundation announced their participation in this study this past April at PCA and many people stepped up immediately to participate. We thank you again for your support.

Dr. Alison Starr of Clemson University sent the following table to show the samples they have so far for Toy and Miniature Poodles. While samples of both unaffected and affected are still needed, as you can see (with only 1 sample of PL and 4 for LCP) our efforts need to be concentrated on getting more samples from affected Toys and Minis.

Samples Toy Miniature Total LCPD 2 2 4 PL 0 1 1 Normal 12 15 27 Total 14 18 32

If you know an owner who has an affect dog, please encourage him/her to participate. We need their help. As is always the case, we have to have samples from affected Poodles to be able to begin to get answers.

To participate in this study the owner needs to supply the following for each dog: a blood sample; pedigree; documentation of LCP diagnosis in affecteds –or- OFA certification in normals. Forms and shipping instructions are available by contacting Dr. Alison Starr at (864) 656-0191 or at ([email protected]).

Please help us get the word out about this study and please encourage people to participate.

Thank you.

Janet D. Collins for the PCA Foundation

cont. from page 33 with the AKC advisory panel on developing the earthdog mation and obedience exhibitor, and AKC-approved judge program in 1993. She has earned multiple Master Earthdog for all Obedience and Rally classes. She has shown dogs in titles with her own dogs, as well as field championships on obedience to the highest degree, as well as championships four Dachshunds. in the breed ring. In addition, she has conducted training Leida Jones of Lady Lake, Florida is passionate about ani- classes and has taught more than 12,000 owners to train their mals and has been involved in herding since the program dogs in obedience. was developed by the AKC. She has served on two Herding Jill K. Jones of Brownsville, Oregon has been involved in Advisory Committees and gives herding lessons to others. obedience and tracking since the early 1970s. Her first dog, a Linda Stilwell of Duncan, Oklahoma is a fancier and breeder Norwegian Elkhound, became the first of the breed to achieve of Basenjis. Ever since Basenjis have been accepted into lure a UDT in 1975. She has judged obedience and tracking for coursing, she has participated with her dogs in both the AKC years, and is currently competing with a Labrador Retriever and American Sighthound Field Association (ASFA). She and Pembroke Welsh Corgi in agility and obedience. has produced multiple Field Champions and Top Ten dogs Performance in lure coursing. For more information on the nominees, visit: http://www. Jo Ann Frier-Murza of Crosswicks, New Jersey has been a akc.org/news/lifetime/2011/nominees.cfm. major part of den trials and earthdog for years. She worked The Poodle Papers Page 36

POODLE CLUB OF MASSACHUSETTS

THIRD ANNUAL WC/WCX TRIAL IN SUPPORT OF THE POODLE CLUB OF AMERICA

MEDALLION PROGRAM

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

LOCATION

247 Farnum Road, Gloucester, Rhode Island

Co-Chaired by Judy Schwerdt and Danielle Rouleau

Close Date September 2, 2010

Judges: Judith Erlanger and Patti Sullivan.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT THE PCM WEB SITE AT poodleclubofmassachusetts.org

TO REQUEST A PREMIUM LIST OR ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR ENTRY E-Mail JUDY SCHWERDT [email protected]

The Poodle Papers Page 37 In Memoriam ELIZABETH BERRIDGE Carol Bumsted “ Holly Berry “ “ Carsted “

Carol Bumsted passed away July 4th, in Wallingford Ct. Over the years, Liz bred Toy Poodles under the “Holly Ber- ry” prefix and did some very nice winning producing several Carol had bred miniature Poodles during the 70’s and 80’s champions. She was a member of the Salisbury MD Kennel .She bred under the Carsted prefix. Carol and her daughter Club for 45+ years as well as PCA.. She served on the Board Debbie bred black and brown miniatures and showed and of SMKC several years and worked at our matches and point finished many of the breeder/owner handled. It was a hobby shows helping in hospitality and trophies. Liz worked for that they did together as mother and daughter. several years at PCA for the Raffle table. When Carol retired from showing and breeding her Poodles Submitted by Barb Furbush , she went into the Nursing profession and enjoyed continu- Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club ing to care for others. Carol worked at the VAMC of West Haven, until her retirement.

CLARE BONTJES Carol continued to come support her friends at the shows “Clabon “ well after her retirement. Affectionately known as “Granny Bumsted” to all her Poodle friends Carol will be missed by Dear Friends, all. She was one of a kind and it makes us smile to think of Longtime Twin Cities Poodle club member and former PCA her laughter and wit. She loved her Poodles and now she is member Claris Bontjes passed away Wed.June 2. rejoined with her beloved Ch Carsted Johnny America ,Ch Carsted Captain America and the rest of the Carsted Poodle Clare bred Standards under the ‘Clabon’ prefix,and finished family. 6 homebreds,and 2 co-bred with her good friend Glenna Carlson of Ascot fame.She also had her first homebred,Ch. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made Clabon Aaron, become a Top producer with 12 AKC champs to Masonicare Home Health & Hospice, 33 North Plains In- to his credit. dustrial Rd., Wallingford, CT 06492.

Clare was always a fixture at Both PCA and TCPC club meetings and shows,and though she retired from showing quite a few years ago,she loved getting her newsletters,and keeping up with all Poodle-oriented news. Susan Rothrock “ Magicore “ She is survived by her sister and several nieces and neph- ews.

Holly Corbett,Sec’y, Twin Cities Poodle Club,Inc.

“ If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”

- Maya Angelou

The Poodle Papers Page 38 MONIQUE S. DEVINE Joseph Pardee “Freeland “ “Meledee”

Monique S. Devine was born in Paris, France, where she Joe Pardee was an intellectual man of high integrity and gen- received her formal education at the Lycees Alfred De Vigny tle compassion, a renaissance man of many interests and an and Madame De Sevigne. She came to America in March of endless quest of knowledge, a kind soul who loved family, 1946 and after settling in Columbus she furthered her educa- enjoyed friends and cherished his beloved poodles. tion at Ohio State University. Joseph Merritt Pardee, of Monroe, CT, husband of Mary In 1948 she became involved in purebred dogs, she lived Ellen Pardee, died July 11, 2010 at St. Vincent’s Hospital, with Doberman Pinschers and eventually a Schnauzer im- Bridgeport. A sudden, massive heart attack took his life. ported from Germany. In 1957 she became involved with Poodles. A silver Miniature Joe grew up in Orange, CT, attending Orange Center School, was obtained as a birthday Hillhouse High School in New Haven and Dartmouth Col- present for her daughter, lege, where he earned his degree in psychology. Patricia. For most of his career he worked at the Southern New Eng- Ms. Devine began breeding land Telephone Company in New Haven. He retired from Poodles in 1959. To obtain there and the firm subsequently called him back as a con- what she wanted she im- sultant. ported Poodles from Great Britain and France. Under He was an active member of the Connecticut Opera Alliance the guiding hand of Mil- and enjoyed singing bass. He enjoyed singing with his wife, dred Vogel Imrie, a men- Mary Ellen, who encouraged him to study and perform. This tor, Monique bred many love of music moved him to playing the trumpet, a pastime black, white and silver enjoyed thoroughly. Poodle Champions in all three varieties; Group Win- He studied at the Alliance Francaise in Paris, and published ners, a Best in Show winner and a BOV Miniature at PCA. a novel, “Dame Fortune’s Favor”, which drew in equal parts Monique’s last litter in 2007 was a repeat of “Alex”; AM from literature, American history and folklore and his own CH Freeland’s Figaro II and produced AM CH Freeland’s creative imagination. Filomena Argentee, aka “Tuti”. A brother from Tuti’s litter is producing beautiful silvers in England. Besides his wife, survivors include five daughters, a son, two brothers and 12 grandchildren, four great grandchildren, Monique began judging all three varieties of Poodles in many nieces, nephews, friends and his beloved poodles. 1982. A few years later she was approved to judge Pom- eranians and Junior Showmanship. Numerous Poodle Spe- His poodles adored him. They were such an important part cialties throughout the U.S. An FCI judge, she officiated in of his life. He spent many hours on the sofa petting them. Scandinavia (Sweden and Denmark), and on the Isle of Jer- He often complained that he didn’t have enough hands. sey, a Channel Island. After Joe and Mary Ellen lost their German Shepherd, they Monique judged at major shows throughout the world and were searching for a new dog and researched different kinds judged the International Shows in Bourges, France (1993) of dogs and their personalities. One day, while walking up and Saint Brieuc, France, in 1996. Monique was a member Fifth Avenue in New York, a car stopped at a red light, and of the Poodle Club of America, the Central Ohio Kennel in the car was the most beautiful white standard poodle they Club (Lifetime Member), the Cincinnati Poodle Club and had even seen. It was Lou Gin’s Kiss Me Kate, who had just the Silver Poodle Club. She was also a member of the Ohio won at the Westminster Kennel Club show. They decided Valley Pomeranian Club. that was the kind of dog to get. Their veterinarian convinced them that the standard poodle was the dog for them and they would never be sorry.

Joe and Mary Ellen went to Becky Mason and got their first show dog, Bel Tor Delight. They had Bud Dickey and Jo- cont. on page 39 The Poodle Papers cont. from page 38 Page 39 seph Vergnetti show their dogs. Joseph Vergnetti has been their handler, mentor and dear friend since 1987. Joe Pardee always admired Joe’s talent,artistry and love of poodles. Jo- seph Vergnetti finished many of Joe’s and Mary Ellen’s Me- “The most successful ledee poodles. people are those who are Joe enjoyed being active in the poodle world. He attended many shows and sat ringside, trying to judge the poodles and good at plan B.” seeing if the judge agreed with him. He wanted to become a judge. He was a member of the Quinnipiac Poodle Club, serving on the board and also as treasurer. He was also a member of PCA. He enjoyed their shows and helping out in any way he could. - James Yorke He spent a lot of time with the poodles, feeding them and tak- ing them for walks and rides in the car and giving them lots of attention. He helped with the whelping and taking care of the puppies. They loved him and miss him so much.

Joe was a wonderful husband, father, friend and “papi” to his poodles. He will be missed.

Submitted by MaryEllen Pardee American Kennel Club News Article Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes to be held in conjunction with the Tuxedo Park Kennel Club Show, Sept. 10, 2010, North Branch Park, NJ

Date of Article: August 12, 2010

Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes Overview

Judging criteria: The judge will evaluate the overall quality of the breeder’s program:

Evaluating the breeding program and not the individual dogs Exhibit 3 examples from at least 2 litters 1st exhibitor must be breeder of record on all 3 dogs The other 2 handlers are insignificant Spayed and neutered dogs may be entered Dogs must be over 6 months old Entry fee is $10.00 Dogs do not need to be entered in the regular show The competition begins at the group level

Group Placements 1-4 Gr.1 winners compete for Best In Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes. Prizes

Best In Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes winner will receive a paid trip, including 3 nights hotel and airfare for one person and one dog within the Continental United States to the 2010 AKC /Eukanuba National Championship (Must be one of the dogs from the winning trio). Best In Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes will also receive $500, and a Nana B Grooming Bag created for this competition. 1st place in Group will receive $250.00 cont. on page 40 The Poodle Papers Page 40 cont. from page 39 2nd place in Group will receive $100.00 3rd place in Group will receive $100.00 4th place in Group will receive $100.00 The final competition will be held in Long Beach, California in December of 2010, where the 5 regional winners will compete for the National Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes Champion. The Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes Champion will win a slot in the Eukanuba World Challenge and a Jonart Whelping Box.

The winners will be announced on the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship Facebook page.

All awards will be presented in the ring immediately following judging. The trip arrangements will be made through the Eukanuba World Challenge Web site once it is available for this year’s AKC/Eukanuba National Championship competi- tion.

Entry Process

Entries will be taken during the weekend of the event at all of the shows preceding the Breeder’s Stakes. There will be a designated table to take entries. Entries can be taken up until 2:00pm the day of the event. Number will be distributed at the group ring.

Judging and Ring Procedure AKC and Eukanuba will manage the ring procedure.

Judging begins immediately after Best In Show. The groups will be judged as follows:

Judy Colan – SPORTING Claudia Orlandi – HOUND David Helming – WORKING Gene Zaphiris – TERRIER Matthew Stander – TOY Cody Sickle – NON-SPORTING James Mitchell – HERDING Frank Kane – BEST IN STAKES

Each trio will enter the ring-one trio at a time.

The judge will evaluate one trio at a time.

The trio will do their down and back together as a team.

The judge’s four top breeders will be announced and come to the center of the ring (breeder only).

First thru Fourth will then be announced in reverse order.

The First place trios from each group will then return for Best In Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes.

There will be a Best In Eukanuba Breeder’s Stakes and a Reserve Best In Stakes (reserve in case the Best In Stakes Breeder cannot attend the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship).

For questions, please contact Mr. Kuno Spies – [email protected].

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